Systems Architect - WLC

EPAM Systems; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Maharashtra seeks a Systems Architect - WLC to shape the future of connected network operations, defining the target architecture and implementation roadmap for a next-generation Unified Connectivity Platform integrating Enterprise Wi-Fi, NMS, ACS, Analytics and AI-driven operations.

The role requires extensive experience in enterprise networking and Wi-Fi management, with emphasis on OpenWiFi, microservices and REST APIs.

Qualifications

• 12–18 years of software development experience.
• 12+ years in software architecture and development within Enterprise Networking/WLAN.
• Deep knowledge of Wi-Fi standards 5/6/6E/7 and 802.11.
• Experience with AP software/firmware, OTA updates.
• Familiarity with OpenWiFi/uCentral, microservices, REST APIs.
• Proficiency in SNMP, NETCONF, MQTT, gRPC/gNMI.

Responsibilities

• Lead WLAN and Controller discovery sessions to confirm requirements across WLAN, security, AAA/NAC, RF, client experience, and service assurance.
• Define AP-Controller-Cloud architecture focusing on WLC, AP software/firmware, RF intelligence, telemetry, and multi-site management.
• Assess OpenWiFi and existing capabilities to identify Build vs. Reuse vs. Extend opportunities.
• Drive architecture decisions covering SaaS, multi-tenancy, observability, analytics, integrations, risks, and dependencies.
• Support MVP prioritization, effort estimation, and phased roadmap development; contribute to architecture docs and executive recommendations.
• Translate business requirements into scalable solutions, evaluating Build vs. Reuse vs. Extend approaches.
• Collaborate across Product, Architecture, Engineering, and Operations teams.

Skills

WiFi standards

Enterprise Networking

RF Engineering

AP management

OpenWiFi

Microservices

REST APIs

Telemetry

SNMP/NETCONF

gRPC/gNMI

Tools

IEEE/802.11 specs

Job description

We are seeking a Systems Architect - WLC to shape the future of connected network operations, defining the target architecture and implementation roadmap for a next-generation Unified Connectivity Platform integrating Enterprise Wi-Fi, NMS, ACS, Analytics, Service Assurance and AI-driven operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Enterprise Wi-Fi and Controller discovery sessions with stakeholders to confirm requirements spanning WLAN, security, AAA/NAC, RF, client experience, and service assurance
• Define the AP-Controller-Cloud architecture hypothesis, covering WLC, AP software/firmware, RF intelligence, telemetry, and multi-site management
• Assess OpenWiFi and existing capabilities to identify Build vs. Reuse vs. Extend opportunities and platform differentiation
• Drive architecture decisions and technical recommendations, covering SaaS, multi-tenancy, observability, analytics, integrations, risks, and dependencies
• Support MVP prioritization, effort estimation, and phased roadmap development, contributing to architecture documentation and executive recommendations
• Translate business requirements into scalable solutions, evaluating Build vs. Reuse vs. Extend approaches
• Collaborate across Product, Architecture, Engineering, and Operations teams

Requirements

• 12-18 years of overall experience in software development
• 12+ years of experience in Software Architecture and Development within Enterprise Networking/WLAN, Wireless Controllers, AP management, and large-scale Wi-Fi deployments
• Knowledge of Wi-Fi 5/6/6E/7 and 802.11 standards
• Expertise in AP software/firmware, AP-Controller communication, onboarding, provisioning, configuration, firmware lifecycle, and OTA updates
• Familiarity with Qualcomm/MediaTek platforms
• A background in RF/RRM, channel and power management, band steering, load balancing, roaming, airtime fairness, and interference management
• Knowledge of WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X, RADIUS/AAA, NAC, Dynamic VLAN, MAB, and policy-based access control
• Skills in Wi-Fi telemetry, monitoring, observability, service assurance, client experience, and network analytics
• An understanding of OpenWiFi/uCentral, microservices, REST APIs, and event-driven/SaaS architectures
• Proficiency in SNMP, NETCONF, MQTT, gRPC/gNMI, and streaming telemetry